SJ_Okay
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- Scott
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Hi folks... I’ve been doing some research online around best practice for getting the most out of your EV battery. I was curious to hear what others on the forum, who own EVs think, as there is a lot of info out there.
Firstly it looks like slower battery charging is significantly better for the battery life than high speed charging. Would anyone here argue against that?
2ndly, I’m hearing some say that the battery should never be charged to 100% daily as it can stress the battery... additionally you should not let your battery sit at 100% for long periods... ie: only charge to 100% when you need it, and only aim to 100% charge just before you start your drive. But I’ve also read that leaving your car plugged in over night keeps the battery warm, and that can reduce stress and prolong life.
Other things like every 3 months or so you would want to run the battery to depletion and recharge. Then there is a whole lot of really confusing info on grace capacity!? What the heck is that?
Would appreciate some advice from those who have been driving EVs for some time now, and things they notice that help and don’t help with battery life.
Thanks!
Firstly it looks like slower battery charging is significantly better for the battery life than high speed charging. Would anyone here argue against that?
2ndly, I’m hearing some say that the battery should never be charged to 100% daily as it can stress the battery... additionally you should not let your battery sit at 100% for long periods... ie: only charge to 100% when you need it, and only aim to 100% charge just before you start your drive. But I’ve also read that leaving your car plugged in over night keeps the battery warm, and that can reduce stress and prolong life.
Other things like every 3 months or so you would want to run the battery to depletion and recharge. Then there is a whole lot of really confusing info on grace capacity!? What the heck is that?
Would appreciate some advice from those who have been driving EVs for some time now, and things they notice that help and don’t help with battery life.
Thanks!
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